Thurston County, Washington

Martin Luther King Jr. Day - Monday, January 19

County facilities will be closed on Monday, January 19 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

The content on the Thurston County website is currently provided in English. We are providing the “Translation” for approximately 10 languages. The goal of the translation is to provide visitors with limited English proficiency to access information on the website in other languages. The translations do not translate all types of documents, and it may not give you an exact translation all the time. The translations are made through an automated process, which may not result in accurate or precise translations, particularly of technical and legal terminology.
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Community Planning and Economic Development

Community Planning

We support the long-range community growth of Thurston County's natural and built environments. We work with community members to prepare for the future and sustain the culture and quality of life we treasure in Thurston County.

PLEASE NOTE: For help with planning permits or building permits, please click the Building & Planning Permits link below.

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Permit Fees are Getting an Update

Thurston County’s permitting base fees haven’t changed since 2009. But the cost of processing permits has with inflation and new state requirements. The fee update reflects the work involved and allows for an improved permit experience.

December 08, 2025

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Board of County Commissioners Host Public Hearing on Gorgas Open Space Tax Program Application

The Board of County Commissioners will host a public hearing on Tuesday, December 16 at 3:30 p.m. to accept public comment on the Gorgas Open Space Program application. The applicants applied under the Farm and Agricultural Conservation Land and Significant Wildlife Habitat Area categories. Learn more.

December 04, 2025

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County to Host Open House Monday, April 28 on Proposed Black Lake Quarry Land Use and Zoning Amendment

County to Host Open House on Proposed Black Lake Quarry Land Use and Zoning Amendment

April 23, 2025

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